I will just chime in to say that Brazilian riders are the friendliest, most supportive, most helpful and hospitable in all the Americas. The only drawback appears to be the distinct danger that once you start accepting invitations your forward progress will diminish to the point where you'll outstay your visa, which could be a real problem.

Make sure to include Brasilia in your route, so that we can have a beer or two!

Note: Brasilia is the capital city of Brazil. Not Rio de Janeiro

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Will do amigo. Actually, I used to fly a Brasilia, I loved that airplane.

markharf said:

I will just chime in to say that Brazilian riders are the friendliest, most supportive, most helpful and hospitable in all the Americas. The only drawback appears to be the distinct danger that once you start accepting invitations your forward progress will diminish to the point where you'll outstay your visa, which could be a real problem.

Mark

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I can believe it. The Brazilian riders I have met along the way have been great people.

John!
January to June, is the rainy season in Amazon Forest, then, the roads at this places stay very very bad.
Because of this you see red dots.
The others are better, you can ride without great problems.
Keep in touch,

Thanks Robson for the translation, looks like I should go to Brasil after Colombia before the rainy season starts. I just need to get cracking on the Rosetta Stone language skills to at least get some Spanish going.

I will be visiting your country on my way north later this year or early next year. I think Brazil will be the highlight of my trip through the Americas.

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Crashmaster,
If you happen to be in the neighborhood, I am planning two trips in November - December.
1. An 8 day trip around the state of Rio de Janeiro (29/11 - 6/12)
2. A 10 day trip of the Estrada Real and the Historical cities of Minas Gerais (13/12 - 22/12)

I'm from Belgium but living in Brazil since Jan. 2009, and starting up a motorcycle travel organization (http://www.mirantes-mototravel.com) and these trips are going to be kind of 'dry runs'. I'm planning to really get business going early 2011. You're welcome to ride along for no charge. )
Grtz

I think it's time to start a thread about my beautiful country, Brazil.

The idea is to create a place for:

Brazilian ADV riders check-in

Travelers tell us that they are here

Future visitors ask questions

So, lets go!

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Hey Linhares,
I'm from Belgium and moved to Brazil almost 2 years ago.
I really love the country and its people. (only, the price of a xt660r is almost twice of what you pay in Europe... )
I just stumbled upon this forum a few days ago. Looks like a nice place to get together with other riders.

I had a look at your website.
Great business you are starting.
If you come to SP or Santos, let me know and we can get together for a beer or two and discuss business.
Good luck !!!

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Crashmaster,
If you happen to be in the neighborhood, I am planning two trips in November - December.
1. An 8 day trip around the state of Rio de Janeiro (29/11 - 6/12)
2. A 10 day trip of the Estrada Real and the Historical cities of Minas Gerais (13/12 - 22/12)

I'm from Belgium but living in Brazil since Jan. 2009, and starting up a motorcycle travel organization (http://www.mirantes-mototravel.com) and these trips are going to be kind of 'dry runs'. I'm planning to really get business going early 2011. You're welcome to ride along for no charge. )
Grtz

Crashmaster,
If you happen to be in the neighborhood, I am planning two trips in November - December.
1. An 8 day trip around the state of Rio de Janeiro (29/11 - 6/12)
2. A 10 day trip of the Estrada Real and the Historical cities of Minas Gerais (13/12 - 22/12)

I'm from Belgium but living in Brazil since Jan. 2009, and starting up a motorcycle travel organization (http://www.mirantes-mototravel.com) and these trips are going to be kind of 'dry runs'. I'm planning to really get business going early 2011. You're welcome to ride along for no charge. )
Grtz

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Gracias. I cant wait to get to Brazil, however, it will probably be January or February. I am also looking at the possibility of riding all the way north to French Guiana, Suriname and Guyana. But, I think that is the wet season and is a long way off anyway.